NYCDiveGuy
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Hello all,
I'm new to the boards and diving. I'm planning on completing my PADI owc this month, and my Dive shop is offering me a package deal of a top of the line regulator/BC/computer for around $1200. If I get the deal, they will give me the PADI course free ($300 value). Is this a good deal?
I know that most people should not buy gear until they've been certified and have had a chance to try different models etc... I also know that I need to make sure I like diving. But here is the thing, I am so psyched to learn to dive and definitely want to take several trips in the near future (fortunately my job has me traveling). I also want to potentially take AOW. So, do I buy the gear and get my OW course free?
I'm leaning towards waiting, but would love advice from experienced divers. If I wait, I'll most likely purchase equipment soon after my certification. Any recommendations on Beginner gear packages/equipment? Thanks.
Eric
I'm new to the boards and diving. I'm planning on completing my PADI owc this month, and my Dive shop is offering me a package deal of a top of the line regulator/BC/computer for around $1200. If I get the deal, they will give me the PADI course free ($300 value). Is this a good deal?
I know that most people should not buy gear until they've been certified and have had a chance to try different models etc... I also know that I need to make sure I like diving. But here is the thing, I am so psyched to learn to dive and definitely want to take several trips in the near future (fortunately my job has me traveling). I also want to potentially take AOW. So, do I buy the gear and get my OW course free?
I'm leaning towards waiting, but would love advice from experienced divers. If I wait, I'll most likely purchase equipment soon after my certification. Any recommendations on Beginner gear packages/equipment? Thanks.
Eric